Google and Apple have warned some employees on U.S. work and student visas to avoid traveling abroad because visa stamping appointments at U.S. embassies can be delayed by up to a year, according to Business Insider. The guidance applies to several visa types, including H-1B, H-4, F, J, and M.
Experts say the delays are linked to expanded social media screening. This raises the risk that workers could be stuck outside the U.S. if appointments are postponed.
The delays follow the Trump administration’s move to tighten H-1B visa vetting and impose a $100,000 fee on new applications.
This creates significant ripple effects across the tech sector. The tech industry, which heavily depends on work and student visas to attract top global talent, now faces higher costs, prolonged uncertainty, and potential disruptions to operations. At the same time, visa holders risk being stranded abroad, potentially leading to lost income and interrupted careers.
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